Director of Nursing

Director of Nursing

Glenville State University, in partnership with the national search firm Scott Healy & Associates, invites applications and nominations for the position of Director of Nursing. Glenville State University’s College of Health Sciences seeks an innovative, dynamic, and collaborative leader for this tenure-track role, with faculty rank commensurate with experience, to establish and lead a new Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) program. Working collaboratively with the Dean of Health Sciences and the Provost of Academic Affairs, the Director will play a central role in developing a high-quality, accredited program, supported by a newly completed 8,500-square-foot nursing education facility featuring dedicated classrooms, offices, and state-of-the-art clinical laboratories with high-fidelity simulation technology.

Reporting to the Dean of the College of Health Sciences, the Director will oversee the full implementation of the associate program, contribute to teaching based on their area of expertise, and help shape future growth, including the exploration of an RN to BSN program after the ADN program has been established. This is a unique opportunity for a leader with strengths in curriculum development, accreditation, and scholarly practice to build a program from the ground up while advancing nursing education in the region. Individuals with experience in these areas, as well as demonstrated scholarly excellence in their specialty, are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the development and evaluation of nursing program policies and procedures.
• Build and maintain relationships with a sufficient number and type of facilities to support clinical placements
• Oversee that the associate degree nursing program receives and maintains approval by the West Virginia Board of Nursing
• Oversee that the associate degree nursing program receives and maintains national accreditation
• Collaborate with departmental colleagues on curriculum development, program assessment, and other academic initiatives
• Teach nursing courses based on expertise and departmental needs
• Participate in department meetings, serve on committees, and contribute to the overall growth and advancement of the college
• Support the development and implementation of grants and other externally funded projects
• Contribute to student growth and development through academic advising and assistance
• Support student recruitment and retention initiatives
• Cultivate and maintain teaching and professional excellence

Required Qualifications:

• Earned DNP or PhD in Nursing Education from an accredited institution
• Unencumbered Licensure and eligibility for licensure as a registered nurse in WV (must obtain licensure before hire)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years of academic administrative experience and/or collegiate teaching experience
• Experience with nursing program accreditation process
• NLN CNE certification

Application and Nomination Process:

All correspondence relating to the position of Director of Nursing at Glenville State University should be directed in confidence to the University’s executive search consultant:

Danan Tsan, Vice President
Scott Healy & Associates
danan@scotthealy.com

A complete application should include the following:

1. Cover Letter outlining your interest and qualifications for the position;
2. Updated CV with a detailed record of academic and professional experience;
3. Unofficial copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts (official copies required when hired);
4. Contact information for three (3) professional references with title, institutional affiliation, email address and direct phone numbers. (No references will be contacted without written permission from the candidate.)

Applications received by May 22, 2026 will receive priority consideration. The search will remain open until the position is filled.